We love venturing out into Kansas’s beautiful natural landscapes, but sometimes we overlook some of the simpler places in favor of things that sound less exciting. We’re here to talk about places in Kansas that are full of rocks, one of our most beautiful natural features. Who’s ready for the list of our best formations of Kansas rocks? They’re even more beautiful in person, and much larger.
- Monument Rocks - Gove county
Chris Heichel/Google We love our Monument Rocks, our Chalk Pyramids, and as long as they’re open for visitors, we’ll keep visiting. They’re too stunning to miss out on!
- Rock City - Minneapolis
Jenny Roat/Google These giant rocks are almost all spherical, and are concretions left behind by a larger rock that was worn away by time and weather. Now, we have these unique looking rocks that you are welcome to climb all over.
- Mushroom Rock State Park - Brookville
Mark Alexander/Google This giant mushroom rock is carved up from years of visitors, but we think it makes a much better photo opportunity. Who wouldn’t love a giant mushroom shaped rock?
- Horsethief Trail - Kanopolis State Park - Marquette
JD Jarvis/Google At this beautiful park, there’s a hiking trail that takes you to these red rock caves that are oh so smooth to the touch. They’re great for climbing up to take good photos, or just enjoying the view.
- Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park - Oakley
john xue/Google Kansas’s newest state park is stunning, and full of everything we love about Monument Rocks, but with plenty more of it. Hiking, anyone?
- Castle Rock - Quinter
Patrick Emerson/Flickr Castle Rock is a beautiful area, and sort of an appetizer sized portion of the rocks and badlands in the area. It’s a beautiful drive, and a great place for a day trip stop.
- Elk City State Park - Independence
Joseph Moravec/Google This gorgeous park is very rocky, and perfect for anyone who loves hiking long distances. It’s a tough hike for many, but worth every mile for sure. Rock tunnels, caves, and more await you!
Wild areas of Kansas (rocky or not) are always a beautiful adventure to take. If you know of a beautiful place in Kansas, share it with us! We want to hear about your adventures and where you think is best for visiting.
Chris Heichel/Google
We love our Monument Rocks, our Chalk Pyramids, and as long as they’re open for visitors, we’ll keep visiting. They’re too stunning to miss out on!
Jenny Roat/Google
These giant rocks are almost all spherical, and are concretions left behind by a larger rock that was worn away by time and weather. Now, we have these unique looking rocks that you are welcome to climb all over.
Mark Alexander/Google
This giant mushroom rock is carved up from years of visitors, but we think it makes a much better photo opportunity. Who wouldn’t love a giant mushroom shaped rock?
JD Jarvis/Google
At this beautiful park, there’s a hiking trail that takes you to these red rock caves that are oh so smooth to the touch. They’re great for climbing up to take good photos, or just enjoying the view.
john xue/Google
Kansas’s newest state park is stunning, and full of everything we love about Monument Rocks, but with plenty more of it. Hiking, anyone?
Patrick Emerson/Flickr
Castle Rock is a beautiful area, and sort of an appetizer sized portion of the rocks and badlands in the area. It’s a beautiful drive, and a great place for a day trip stop.
Joseph Moravec/Google
This gorgeous park is very rocky, and perfect for anyone who loves hiking long distances. It’s a tough hike for many, but worth every mile for sure. Rock tunnels, caves, and more await you!
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Address: Gove 16, Oakley, KS 67748, USAAddress: Rock City Park, 1051 Ivy Rd, Minneapolis, KS 67467, USAAddress: Mushroom Rock State Park, Ave K, Brookville, KS 67425, USAAddress: Kanopolis Lake State Park, 200 Horsethief Rd, Marquette, KS 67464, USAAddress: Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park, County Road 400 and Gold Road, Oakley, KS 67748, USAAddress: Castle Rock, Larrabee, KS 67752, USAAddress: Elk City State Park, 4825 Squaw Creek Rd, Independence, KS 67301, USA
